Afrikaner leaders in Washington: Slam US ties, warn of economic collapse, and urge trade over aid

Key topics:

• ANC policies under fire: Afrikaner leaders criticised South Africa’s racialised economic policies, including BEE and land expropriation, as drivers of economic decline.

• Urgent call for reform: The delegation urged a shift toward free markets, private property rights, and trade-led growth to reverse the country’s downward trajectory.

• Proposed US partnership: They called on the US to support South Africa through trade and infrastructure investment, not aid - highlighting energy, agriculture, and security as priority areas.

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